Texas
La Grulla is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,447. Residents earn $36,827 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, La Grulla receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. La Grulla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in La Grulla is $36,827, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in La Grulla is $52,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 605 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 847 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.
1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
La Grulla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 8.9% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 91.1% |
| 580% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,827 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,614 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $765 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $36,816 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.7% |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 666 |
| County GDP | $1,559M |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 108 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,682 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.88% |
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |
| Census Median | $52,700 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,682 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 8.88% |
| Obesity | 48.9% |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 23.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.3% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 52.0% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 22.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,793/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 108 |
| Total Violent | 605.3/100K |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 121.1/100K |
| Assault | 484.3/100K |
| Total Property | 847.5/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 605.3/100K |
| Theft | 181.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 60.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.5 inches |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 143 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2713°N, 98.6486°W |
| County FIPS | 48427 |
Winner: Republican by 16 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 1.1% |
| 97% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,539/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 108 |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Retail Stores | 128 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |